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JOB TITLE: Recreation Specialist I
MUSTS: 1. A High School or equivalent. 2. Completed college coursework in recreation, physical education, early childhood education, or related fields preferred. 3. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in recreation or early childhood programs is required. 4. Current CPR and Basic First Aid Certification are preferred. 1. Work performed both indoors and outdoors. Exposed to natural weather conditions when working outdoors. 2. Duties will be performed on sand, asphalt, concrete, grass, wood floors and tile, all of which may be wet or dry. 3. Frequent walking, standing, and sitting while directing and planning leisure activities. Occasional running and jumping related to athletic activities. Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs.) in moving and setting up equipment. Occasional bending, twisting, turning, and squatting in implementing, setting up, and leading assigned activities and/or programs. Normal range of vision and hearing for monitoring of program particip 4. Work hazards are those normally encountered in instruction or participation in sports activities.
SKILLS: Computer skills, verbal communication, customer service. Knowledge of: 1. Recreation programs and activities. 2. Instructional techniques and rules governing sports/sportsmanship. 3. Safety rules and regulations. 4. Facilities, equipment, and materials utilized in recreation programs. 5. Basic record keeping practices.
DUTIES: 1. Facilitates or supervises the daily activities of a recreation program or activity. 2. Must be able to evaluate potentially serious conditions or situations and exercise sound judgment and decision-making. 3. Operates a computer keyboard to access the registration and facility reservation systems. 4. Responds to questions from participants and other members of the public concerning programs. 5. Checks facilities for possible safety hazards; secures facilities following completion of the activities. 6. Assists with some maintenance duties and setting up areas for program use. 7. Assists in scheduling activities and tracking results. 8. Provides recommendations for developing new programming, expanding current activities, drafting consistent procedures and activity rules, and creating effective means of promoting recreation programs. 9. Performs other related duties as required. Will work directly with the public in facilitating, teaching, and/or supervising the daily activities of a city-sponsored recreational program or activity., answer questions from the public, check for safety hazards, scheduling, and other related duties.
WAGES: $19.63 to $20.01 per hour, depending on experience and skills. Paid twice monthly.
BENEFITS: 5 days vacation annually, 5 days Sick leave annually, 1 personal Day off per year, 11.5 Paid holidays, retirement.
JOB TO START: As soon as qualified applicant is hired.
DURATION: This is a temporary position lasting approximately 3 months or less.
SHIFT: This is a part-time position of approximately 20 to 30 hours per week. Exact days and hours will be assigned by the employer.
JOB SITE: Alamosa, Colorado
HOW TO APPLY: Apply on-line. https://cityofalamosa.org/depts/hr-open_positions/ Obtain referral and application instructions from the Workforce.
Ability to: 1. Interact effectively with the public and employees. 2. Function in a high-energy environment and provide quality customer service to clients of all Recreation Division programs. 3. Work directly with children and adults. 4. Enforce all rules and regulations. 5. Handle emergency situations. 6. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. 7. Have or be able to obtain a valid Colorado drivers license. 8. Work a flexible schedule, depending on program needs, including working evenings and weekends and shifting assignments as program needs change. Acceptable Education and Training: